Devonport This Weekend
8 November, 2024
Devonport this Weekend – 8, 9, 10 November.
Godwits pictured at Shoal Bay in 2022.
General Events
Welcome the Godwits
Restoring Takarunga Hauraki invites you to welcome the bar-tailed godwits (kuaka) to the peninsula. The birds complete a 12,000 km non-stop journey from Alaska to New Zealand each year. Flying at an average speed of 55 km/h, they cover this distance in just eight to nine days. Feel free to bring a plate for the picnic and take part in activities and games.
When: Sunday, 11.30am-2.30pm.
Where: Sandy Bay Reserve, Sandy Bay Road, Bayswater.
Remembrance Day Service on Sunday
Remember and honour the armed forces members who have died in the line of duty. Service starts at 10.45am at the memorial of the untidy soldier on Victoria Rd.
When: Sunday, 10.45am.
Where: Victoria Rd.
St Leo’s Christmas Fair
Food, clothes, home baking, games, raffles, toys, books, plants and more are all on offer at the St Leo’s Catholic School fair this Sunday.
When: Sunday, 11am-3pm.
Where: St Leo’s Catholic School, 102 Victoria Rd.
Torpedo Bay Navy Museum
Visit the Navy Museum at Torpedo Bay to see Over Seas – Mā te Moana, an exhibition of objects brought home by Royal New Zealand Navy sailors during overseas deployments all around the world.
When: Saturday and Sunday, 10am-5pm.
Where: 64 King Edward Pde.
Devonport Museum
The museum has many fascinating displays showing local natural, geological and human history, along with memorabilia relating to schools, transport, early settlers and families, and a collection of historical photographs.
When: 12-4pm, Saturday and Sunday.
Where: 33 Vauxhall Rd.
Sport
North Shore Cricket Club
After bowling out Cornwall for 172 and finishing the first day on 65 for four, Shore find themselves under pressure going into day two at Devonport Domain. Will they rise to the occasion?
When: Saturday, 11am.
Where: Devonport Domain, 28 Cambridge Tce.
Music & Entertainment
Friday Night Open Mic
Come to Harmony Hall tonight to hear talented local singers and maybe give it a go yourself. Bring a plate and BYO.
When: Friday, 7pm.
Where: 4 Wynyard St.
SweetSpot at the Patriot
Five-piece covers band SweetSpot play songs from the Likes of Guns & Roses, Nirvana, Pink Floyd and Robbie Williams on Saturday night.
When: Saturday, 8.30-11.30pm.
Where: 14 Victoria Rd.
KinoFest 2024 German Film Festival: Final Weekend
In collaboration with the Goethe Institute the Vic presents a programme highlighting contemporary and classic German films. The theme – Global Ties, Personal Journeys – highlights the evolving landscape of German society and cinema’s role in bridging cultural gaps. Closing night Sunday 10 November 5.30pm with Shahid. Tickets here.
When: Saturday and Sunday.
Where: The Vic Theatre, 48 Victoria Rd.
Kurosawa Season: Seven Samurai (1954)
A chance to see Seven Samurai, restored with a stunning new 4K transfer to commemorate the film’s 70th anniversary. Experience Akira Kurosawa’s enduring masterpiece on the big screen like never before. In Japanese with English subtitles. Tickets here.
When: Sunday, 1.30pm.
Where: The Vic Theatre, 48 Victoria Rd.
Story of The Dancing Toys – Devonport School of Dance show
Come along to see talented dancers on the Devonport Peninsula perform under the Bruce Mason lights. Tickets here.
When: Sunday, 10am and 4pm.
Where: Bruce Mason Centre, The Promenade, Takapuna.
Sunday Singing
Come along to Harmony Hall for a singing session. Email dellgraham@gmail.com for the weekly programme. BYO wine and cheese.
When: Sunday, 3pm.
Where: 4 Wynyard St.
The Unsung Heroes at Harmony Hall
Get a fix of songs, stories and slideshows about New Zealand history when Unsung Heroes play at Harmony Hall this Sunday. Tickets $25 at the door.
When: Sunday, 7pm.
Where: 4 Wynyard St.
Gallery Exhibitions
Also My Hometown: At a new location for the Depot Artspace
Also My Hometown: A 30-year retrospective of artwork is a comprehensive exhibition of the landscape paintings and ceramic works of artist Onlie Ong, who has had a long and varied career. The exhibition is on the ground floor of the former Devonport Borough Council building on Victoria Rd. The Depot is using the building’s upper floor as a creative hub for 16 local artists.
When: Friday and Saturday, 10am-4pm.
Where: 3 Victoria Rd.
Takapuna Grammar School Special Education Unit at Satellite2 Gallery
An exhibition of artwork produced by the Takapuna Grammar School Special Education Unit is showing at the gallery for a week only. Many of the works in the non-sale exhibition feature references to well known New Zealand and international artists.
When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am-2pm.
Where: 61a Victoria Rd.
Open Homes
Barfoot & Thompson
31A Bayswater Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 11-11.30am.
2/24 Alamein Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 11-11.30am.
114 Calliope Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 1-1.30pm.
13 William Bond St, Saturday and Sunday, 1-1.45pm.
45 Abbotsford Tce, Saturday and Sunday, 2-2.30pm.
4A Coronation St, Saturday and Sunday, 3-3.30pm.
47 Roslyn Tce, Saturday, 12-12.30pm.
28 St Leonards Rd, Saturday, 12-12.45pm.
2/95 Bayswater Ave, Sunday, 12-12.30pm.
40 Wairoa Rd, Sunday, 1-1.45pm.
12 St Leonards Rd, Sunday, 1-2pm.
Bayleys
27 Summer St, Saturday and Sunday 11-11.30am.
51 Norwood Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 11-11.30am.
22 Empire Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12-12.30pm.
4/29 King Edward Pde, Saturday and Sunday 12-12.30pm.
12 Fraser Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 1-1.30pm.
44 Mozeley Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 1-1.30pm.
2 Ewen Alison Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 2-2.30pm.
1/24 Hastings Pde, Saturday and Sunday, 2-2.30pm.
20 Albert Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 2-2.30pm.
31B William Bond St, Saturday, 1-1.30pm.
41 Old Lake Rd, Sunday, 11-11.30am.
1/136 Calliope Rd, Sunday, 2-2.30pm.
11 Calliope Rd, Sunday, 3-3.30pm.
Harcourts Cooper & Co
2/18 Merani St, Saturday and Sunday, 11-11.30am.
3/9 Aramoana Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 11.30am-12pm.
7 Bardia St, Saturday and Sunday, 12-12.30pm.
13 Anne St,Saturday and Sunday, 12-12.30pm.
2/12 Bulwer St, Saturday and Sunday 12.30-1pm.
6 Roberts Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 1.30pm-2pm.
Tell us about your weekend event: email details to whatson@devonportflagstaff.co.nz no later than Thursday morning.